Ayres Rocha family to maintain Instagram account in memory of journalist

The family of journalist José Ayres de Souza Rocha, widely known as Ayres Rocha, has announced they will keep his Instagram account active to preserve his memory and collect tributes following his death. Rocha, a retired journalist, passed away at the age of 62 on Wednesday, 14, in Rio Branco, Acre.

In a statement released on Saturday, 17, the family expressed gratitude for the outpouring of affection and solidarity received from residents of Acre, other regions of Brazil, and international followers. They noted that the decision to maintain the social media profile was driven by the volume of messages reflecting on his professional and personal legacy. The family stated that the tributes have provided comfort during their period of mourning, highlighting the impact Rocha had on the history of Acre.